Guides

Understanding the Thyroid The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. It plays an enormous role in how your entire body functions. It influences metabolism, energy, temperature regulation, digestion, brain function, skin, hair, and even reproductive health. The thyroid produces two main hormones: thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). T4 is the storage form and must be converted into T3, which is the active form used by cells. The conver

What is the Flu? Influenza, or “the flu,” is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses (most commonly types A and B). It infects the nose, throat, and lungs. Unlike a simple cold, it often hits fast and hard. One minute you or your child is fine; the next, you’re down with fever, chills, body aches, and exhaustion. Each year, flu viruses circulate between fall and spring, peaking in the winter months. The CDC estimates tens of millions of cases  occur annua

This post is a collaboration between two ER nurses, @naturalmamanurse and @holisticwithjenn, who both still work at the bedside but share a deep passion for holistic health and natural remedies. As always, this is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Let’s talk Gastric Reflux (GERD) GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, which basically means acid reflux that happens often enough to cause problems. While occasional reflux symptoms are common and

This croup guide provides information about what croup is, how to support and treat, and when to seek emergency care

This guide is intended to help families explore natural, effective options for common ailments without defaulting immediately to pharmaceuticals or over-the-counter drugs

Allergy season hits and suddenly half your family is sneezing, itching, or dealing with watery eyes. The first instinct is usually to...

How to confidently assess lacerations, know when they can be managed at home, and recognize the situations that require urgent medical attention. 

This guide helps parents understand and treat HFM disease. It looks at herbal remedies, homeopathy, comfort measures, and more!

This guide is meant to empower families to holistically treat ear infections at home and know when to seek medical attention.

A febrile seizure is a convulsion that occurs in young children, most often between 6 months and 5 years old, in response to a sudden and...

Respiratory Illness A respiratory illness is any condition that affects the ability to breathe comfortably. It can be as simple as a...

What is the Immune System? The immune system is your body’s built-in defense mechanism - an intricate network of cells, tissues, and...

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough or the “100-day cough,” is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It primarily affects the respiratory system, leading to violent coughing fits that can be both exhausting and alarming.

As an ER nurse, I’ve seen countless worried parents rush to the ER for a simple viral fever—often because they didn’t know how to manage...